1H-Indol-5-yl acetate

Also known as: 5-Acetoxyindole, 1H-Indol-5-ol, 5-acetate, 1H-indol-5-yl ethanoate, 5-Acetoxy-indol, Essigsaeure-indol-5-ylester, acetic acid 1H-indol-5-yl ester, acetic acid indol-5-yl ester

1H-Indol-5-yl acetate (CAS 5594-91-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 175.18400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 339.08ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.256g/cm3 and a flash point of 158.87ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 5594-91-2
Jingsj CID: J-1383255-8
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight: 175.18400 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	339.08ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.256g/cm3
Flash Point	158.87ºC
Exact Mass	175.06300
PSA	42.09000
LogP	2.09320
Refractive Index	1.634

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2933990090
Summary	2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1H-Indol-5-yl acetate?

The CAS number of 1H-Indol-5-yl acetate is 5594-91-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1H-Indol-5-yl acetate?

1H-Indol-5-yl acetate has molecular formula C10H9NO2 and molecular weight 175.18400 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1H-Indol-5-yl acetate?

For 1H-Indol-5-yl acetate, Upstream Products: 5-Hydroxyindole; Downstream Products: 5-hydroxy-1H-indazole-3-carbaldehyde, 5-Hydroxyindole.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "1H-Indol-5-yl acetate (CAS 5594-91-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1383255-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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